Texas City Natatorium reopens after years of construction
The city reopened its pool after about a year of repairs that cost more than $60,000, officials said.
The Matthew T. Doyle Natatorium reopened to the public Monday following system repairs at the 17-year-old facility.
The natatorium, which had been closed for repairs on April 21, 2023, is now fully open and offering swimming lessons. The Nestler Family Aquatic Center is also open daily; previously it was only open on weekends, according to Nicole Miller, the recreation superintendent.
In March, the Texas City Commission approved more than $62,240 in repairs to the Matthew T. Doyle Natatorium at 1900 Fifth Ave. N. The money was used to address the deterioration of the swimming pool, which initially opened in 2007.
Most of the money from the recreation and tourism budget went to replace the ultraviolet light system that purifies the water, which cost $53,350.
Additional funds were used to remove and replace expansion joints for $4,100, as well as two drain covers for $4,790.
Repairs were carried out by Progressive Commercial Aquatics.
The natatorium serves as Texas City High School‘s swimming and diving site, recreation center, and location for fitness and educational programs.
Construction of the facility began in February 2006 and opened in September 2007 at a cost of $7.57 million.
The facility spans 61,422 square feet and includes an eight-lane, 80-foot pool with depths ranging from 3 feet, 6 inches to 14 feet.
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